Brookdale Mount Vernon sits in Mount Vernon, Ohio, and offers a mix of independent living, assisted living, and memory care with its own special programs like The Lily Program for Alzheimer's and dementia care. The staff here aim to encourage independence while staying available 24/7, and there's always professional staff around with cheerful attitudes and real compassion, making daily life a bit easier. The community stands out with a peaceful setting, lots of outdoor spaces, gardens, and a homey feeling-residents see friendly faces and have chances to join group dining in restaurant-style dining rooms or try room service and private dining by request. There are all sorts of activities, both indoors and outdoors, with places like the Buckeye Room for crafts or hobbies, a movie room, library, TV lounge, outdoor walking paths, and enclosed courtyards. There are games, clubs, social events, spiritual programs with religious services, and chances to join field trips or outings. Pets are welcome here, and you'll find both Wi-Fi and satellite TV free to use.
Residents live in private or shared apartments with kitchenettes, and special care plans help each person get only the amount of help they need with things like medication reminders, bathing, dressing, or walking. If someone's needs change, the staff can add more support without making anyone feel like they've lost their independence, and there's always housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance services so no one worries about chores. There's also guided tours for those who want to see the place, meet both staff and residents, and get a true sense of the community. Brookdale Mount Vernon believes in supporting wellness and safety, with wheelchair-accessible showers, aging-in-place options, hospice, and respite care for families needing a short break, plus nurses and specially trained caregivers on call. There's a beautician, barber shop, and salon onsite, along with a jacuzzi and fireplaces, and there's general transportation, shopping help, and parking with easy access to bus lines.
Memory care comes with a secure environment, staff who understand memory support, and activities designed to help with memory, all while keeping residents safe and active. There's tailored counseling, companionship, and even non-medical home care for those living at home but needing some support. The service covers dietary needs too-low fat or low salt meals, meals for people who need less sugar or sodium, and always plenty of options to eat together or with visiting friends. Health and safety are the focus with emergency systems and a promise to keep residents comfortable, engaged, and respected. The community got recognition as a Best of Senior Living community, showing strong care across all living types-independent, assisted, memory care, home care, and skilled nursing too. Everything comes together to make daily life simple-chores, meals, and activities-so people can keep doing what they enjoy, meet friends, and remain as independent as possible for as long as possible.
